Following Indian Motorbike’s whole overhaul of the Scout range earlier this 12 months, America’s first motorbike firm has simply introduced the return of the Indian Scout Sixty to its secure. Indian’s beginner-friendly cruiser has been out of circulation for 4 years, nevertheless it’s lastly again. And, just like the Scout, it returns with a brand new engine and a brand new tubular metal body.
If you happen to’re not acquainted with the Sixty’s backstory, it was launched in 2015 as a extra accessible model of the Scout, with a lower cost tag and a smaller engine. The brand new Indian Scout Sixty continues that effective custom, powered by a brand new 999 cc model of the 1,250 cc mill within the Indian Scout.
The brand new Indian Scout Sixty is available in three totally different variants; the Scout Sixty Bobber, Scout Sixty Basic, and US-only Sport Scout Sixty. The bottom-model Scout Sixty Bobber’s worth begins at $9,999 within the USA; a major saving over the $12,499 price ticket of the most affordable 1,250 cc Indian Scout.
Indian says that over 90 p.c of recent Scout consumers are first-time Indian homeowners and that just about 1 / 4 of them are new to motorcycling. The Scout Sixty’s job is to broaden that attain by being extra accessible—each in worth and rideability.
The Indian Scout Sixty’s redesigned 999 cc liquid-cooled engine is nice for 85 hp at 8,500 rpm and 87 Nm of torque at 6,200 rpm. Whereas these numbers are notably decrease than the larger Scout’s 105 hp and 108 Nm, they’re nonetheless respectable. Like its stablemate, the Sixty sends energy to the again wheel by way of a belt drive—nevertheless it trades the Scout’s six-speed transmission for a five-speed unit.
One other copy/paste from the first Scout line-up is the Scout Sixty’s non-compulsory trim ranges. Every mannequin is out there in both ‘Commonplace’ or ‘Restricted’ guise.
The Commonplace configuration consists of ABS, LED lighting, a brand new gasoline degree indicator, and up to date hand controls. It additionally comes with a keyed ignition and an analog gauge. The Restricted configuration provides traction management, switchable rider modes, cruise management, and a USB port, plus unique engine badges.
The Indian Scout Sixty Bobber, Scout Sixty Basic, and Sport Scout Sixty are all stripped-down out of the field, with mid-mounted foot controls, solo seats, and 0 wind safety. However every will be specced with a two-up seat and passenger pegs, a windscreen, baggage, and a complete bunch of different goodies. You possibly can even improve the Scout Sixty with a 4” digital dashboard, geared up with a full suite of smartphone connectivity options.
All three bikes share a tubular metal body; a trait that’s turn into an indicator of Indian’s latest cruisers. Additionally they use the identical 13-liter [3.4-gallon] gasoline tank, 41 mm entrance forks (with 120 mm of journey), and single 298 mm back and front brake discs. However every particular person bike’s spec diverges from there.
The 2025 Indian Scout Sixty Bobber [above] is available in on the backside of the value vary, with 4 totally different coloration choices and a minimalistic structure. It rolls on 16×3.5” alloy wheels, back and front, with 51 mm of journey from its twin rear shocks. Most of its laborious components are blacked out, including to the bare-bones bobber vibe, and its seat peak sits at simply 649 mm.
Subsequent up is the vintage-inspired 2025 Indian Sixty Scout Basic [above]. Obtainable in three colours, it sports activities wider and better handlebars than the Scout Sixty Bobber, making a extra laid-back using place, plus elongated fenders.
Just like the Bobber, the Basic wears 16×3.5” wheels at each ends—however they characteristic a special design, with polished accents. Different sparkly bits embrace the chromed exhaust covers and chunky flip indicators. The rear finish sits somewhat greater with 76 mm of shock journey and a seat peak of 654 mm.
Final up is the 2025 Indian Sport Scout Sixty [above]. Like its huge brother, the Indian Sport Scout, it borrows its styling from the West Coast efficiency cruiser scene. You’ll discover a sporty quarter fairing up entrance, adopted by mini-ape hangers with built-in risers.
A sports-style seat sits additional again, that includes a seat peak of 654 mm. The Sport Scout Sixty’s rear shocks supply 76 mm of journey, and its solid wheels measure 19×3.5” on the entrance and 16×3.5” on the again. It is available in 4 totally different colours (two of that are variations on black), with most of its parts completed in black.
US pricing throughout the brand new Indian Scout Sixty catalog begins at $9,999 for the Bobber to $11,999 for the Basic. That’s in Commonplace trim—the Restricted fashions vary from $11,699 to $13,199, relying on which mannequin and coloration you decide.
Within the UK, it’s £10,995 for the Commonplace Bobber and £11,695 for the Commonplace Basic. The most cost effective Restricted Bobber prices £12,295, with the Restricted Basic in ‘Frost Silver’ commanding a £12,695 price ticket.
At a look, that’s hardly pocket change. However should you stack it up towards the competitors, the Indian Scout Sixty’s pricing sits fairly.
The entry-level Bobber is inside a hair’s breadth of the Triumph Pace Twin 900, Honda Insurgent 1100, and Moto Guzzi V9 Bobber. And even should you spring for the costliest Scout Sixty variant, it’ll nonetheless value you a bit lower than a Harley-Davidson Sportster Nightster or a BMW R 12 Roadster.
For our cash, the Sport Scout Sixty appears to be like like a enjoyable proposition in inventory trim. However the Scout Sixty Bobber is likely to be the ticket for customizers on the lookout for an Indian cruiser with minimal frou-frou to chop up.
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